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Cowpen, Belize

Southern District · Belize

Cowpen is a small town in Southern District, Belize with a population of 1,582. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

1,582 Population 235/sq mi density
138 ft Elevation 42 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
92.1 in Annual Rain
America / Belize Timezone

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About Cowpen

Cowpen

Cowpen is an area of Blyth, in the civil parish of Blyth in the county of Northumberland, England. It is just east of the A189 road. The Ward population taken at the 2011 census was 4,466.

People

Population1,582
Density235/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain92.1 in/yr
Sunny Days170/yr
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Population1,582
Population Density235 / sq mi
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Coordinates16.5667°, -88.5333°
TimezoneAmerica/Belize
Country🇧🇿 Belize
State / ProvinceSouthern District
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation92.1 inches (2,338 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cowpen

Cowpen is a small town in Belize (Southern District) with a population of 1,582. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet (42 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.1 inches. The timezone is America/Belize.

Cowpen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 170 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 92.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Belize avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days170 days/yr

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²)
Population Density235/sq mi
Coordinates16.5667°N, 88.5333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Belize

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 92.1"
142% above Belize avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.35"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

52 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.0 on Jan 22, 2024.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 90 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 80 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 121 km
Apr 23, 2012 28 km NNE of El Estor, Guatemala M5.2 115 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 123 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 81 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 128 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 104 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 124 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 136 km
Jul 11, 1999 11 km N of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.8 83 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 99 km
Jun 10, 2016 70 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M4.7 141 km
Dec 18, 1990 11 km N of Mezapa, Honduras M4.6 136 km
Mar 27, 2007 11 km SSE of Río Chiquito, Honduras M4.6 120 km
Oct 18, 2009 19 km NNW of Omoa, Honduras M4.6 85 km
Jul 19, 1999 2 km NW of Potrerillos, Honduras M4.6 104 km
May 30, 2009 32 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.6 100 km
Jul 11, 1999 2 km E of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.5 93 km
Jun 9, 1994 19 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.5 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 96 km
2020 Nana Category 1 36 km
2016 Earl Category 1 96 km
2012 Ernesto Category 2 250 km
2011 Rina Category 1 297 km
2010 Richard Category 2 75 km
2007 Dean Category 5 250 km
2001 Iris Category 4 33 km
2000 Keith Category 4 139 km
1998 Mitch Category 2 293 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 295 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1856 BAY OF HONDURAS Eruption + Earthquake 5.0 m 85 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (183 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 183 km
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 5.6 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in
March 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in
April 80°F (27°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 4.3 in
June 81°F (27°C) 11.7 in Warmest
July 80°F (27°C) 13.4 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 12.6 in
September 80°F (27°C) 12.5 in
October 79°F (26°C) 11.0 in
November 75°F (24°C) 7.5 in
December 74°F (23°C) 6.1 in

Cowpen has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 92.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.4") and April the driest (2.1").

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Farmers Markets in Cowpen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Independence Market

Stadiums & Teams in Cowpen

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cowpen

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dangriga AirportDGAMedium Airport
Placencia AirportPLJMedium Airport
Belize Dive Haven AirstripSmall Airport
Big Creek AirportBGKSmall Airport
Hector Silva AirstripBCVSmall Airport
Independence AirportINBSmall Airport
Manatee AirportMZESmall Airport
Matthew Spain AirportSQSSmall Airport
Melinda AirportMDBSmall Airport
Privassion AirstripSmall Airport
Punta Gorda AirportPNDSmall Airport
San Ignacio Town (Maya Flats) AirstripCYDSmall Airport
Silver Creek AirportSVKSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Belize

🇧🇿 About Belize

Capital Belmopan
Population 383,071
Area 22,966 km²
GDP (USD) $3,052,362,650
GDP per capita $7,425
HDI 0.721
Life expectancy 73.6 years
Internet users 72.4%
Urban population 42.0%
Currency BZD (Dollar)
Languages Belizean Creole, English, Spanish
Calling code +501
TLD .bz
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Belize

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 15 George Price Day George Price Day
Mar 9 National Heroes and Benefactors Day National Heroes and Benefactors Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Holy Saturday
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Aug 1 Emancipation Day Emancipation Day
Sep 10 Saint George's Caye Day Saint George's Caye Day
Sep 21 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 12 Pan America Day Pan America Day
Nov 19 Garifuna Settlement Day Garifuna Settlement Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cowpen

What is the population of Cowpen?

Cowpen has a population of 1,582 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 235 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cowpen?

Cowpen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.1 inches.

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